Cheap Flights from Kuwait (KWI) to Chennai (MAA)

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Flight deals from Kuwait to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuwait to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chennai.£154 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuwait on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From £154, select.

Chennai.£165 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with SalamAir and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Kuwait on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Chennai on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From £165, select.

Chennai.£168 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuwait on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From £168, select.

Chennai.£168 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Wed, 8 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuwait on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From £168, select.

Chennai.£168 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Fri, 3 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuwait on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From £168, select.

Chennai.£168 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuwait on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From £168, select.

Chennai.£176 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuwait on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departs from Chennai on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From £176, select.

Chennai.£178 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Feb, returning Fri, 20 Mar.Return flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Kuwait on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Chennai on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From £178, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuwait to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuwait to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Kuwait to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kuwait to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

Kuwait to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£154
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	4 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airline	IndiGo
Average flights per week	18

Finding cheap flights from Kuwait to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Kuwait to Chennai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuwait to Chennai is £154. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Kuwait to Chennai?

4 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Kuwait to Chennai.

Which airlines fly direct from Kuwait to Chennai?

IndiGo, Kuwait Airways and Air India Express fly direct from Kuwait to Chennai.

How many flights are there a week from Kuwait to Chennai?

As of December 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Kuwait to Chennai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kuwait to Chennai?

The cheapest month to fly from Kuwait to Chennai is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kuwait Airport to Chennai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuwait Airport to Chennai Airport on Tuesday, 24 February 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Kuwait Airport to Chennai Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 59 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chennai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Chennai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Kuwait Airport to Chennai with?

Currently, Etihad Airways and Kuwait Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

Around 5 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Chennai Airport.
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kuwait.
Choose from 55 weekly Kuwait International Airport to Chennai Airport flights. The 02:30 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight available. Kuwait Airways operates the last service of the day at 23:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your KWI to MAA flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Chennai Airport to pick from. When organising your Chennai trip, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this unmissable corner of India:
IndiGo tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering KWI to MAA flights is Kuwait Airways. Its services arrive without delay 71.43% of the time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Chennai Airport. These are the top stopovers between KWI and MAA:
- Dubai Airport
- Abu Dhabi International Airport
- Kempegowda International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

At the moment, £75 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £154. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from KWI to MAA.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Chennai Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from KWI to MAA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kuwait International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)

Kuwait International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.62% of flights that depart KWI arrive at their destination without delay.
Kuwait International Airport is around 11 miles from central Kuwait. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to KWI:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

If you're getting in on a late Kuwait International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near MAA:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chennai and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 12 miles away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chennai. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to visit Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KWI to MAA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of India

Chennai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India you should also see. About 180 miles west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Coimbatore is another favourite destination in India and is around 270 miles south-west of Chennai. No trip is complete without experiencing Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.